AvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)

Currency in USD
185.65
+1.54(+0.84%)
Closed·
185.650.00(0.00%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
183.58186.62
52 wk Range
160.10209.86
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
184.11
Open
185.12
Day's Range
183.58-186.62
52 wk Range
160.1-209.86
Volume
1.31M
Average Volume (3m)
1.04M
1-Year Change
-6.2516%
Book Value / Share
82.13
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
192.06
Upside
+3.45%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Has raised its dividend for 3 consecutive years
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Sell
Technical Indicators
Sell
Moving Averages
Sell

Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
15 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 192.06
(+3.45% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Morgan Stanley
Hold205.00+10.42%203.00MaintainMay 15, 2026
UBS
Hold189.00+1.80%191.00MaintainMay 14, 2026
Barclays
Buy203.00+9.35%206.00MaintainMay 11, 2026
RBC Capital
Hold188.00+1.27%180.00MaintainApr 28, 2026
Barclays
Buy206.00+10.96%202.00MaintainApr 27, 2026

AvalonBay Communities Inc SWOT Analysis


Coastal Powerhouse
AvalonBay's strategic focus on high-demand coastal markets drives growth, but faces challenges in key urban centers amid evolving market dynamics
Financial Health Check
Explore AvalonBay's robust financial metrics, including a 3.45 profitability score and 63.49% gross profit margin, against a backdrop of market uncertainties
Development Engine
Delve into how AvalonBay's property development strategy creates value, offsetting market pressures and positioning the company for long-term growth
Market Valuation
Analyst price targets range from $199 to $255, reflecting diverse views on AvalonBay's ability to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities
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AvalonBay Communities Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • AvalonBay Q1 2026 EPS of $2.33 beat forecasts by 83.46%, though revenue of $704M missed estimates by 8.4%, falling short of expected $768.55M.
  • Company maintained 96.1% occupancy rate with low turnover, demonstrating strong operational performance despite underperformance in Boston and LA markets.
  • Executed $200M in share repurchases with $914M remaining authorized; stock rose 0.53% in premarket trading to $175.20 amid cautious optimism.
  • Management affirmed full-year 2026 guidance, maintaining focus on development in high-demand, supply-constrained markets with NOI growth expected by 2027.
  • Key risks include revenue growth concerns in core markets, macroeconomic pressures on employment and wages, and potential regulatory and supply chain challenges.
Last Updated: 2026-04-28, 02:10 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 27, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2.33 / 1.27
Revenue / Forecast
703.98M / 768.55M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 8.06%
Dividend Yield
3.87%
Industry Median 4.94%
Annualized payout
7.12
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+2.02%
Growth Streak

AVB Income Statement

Compare AVB to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
AVB
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
23.1x69.2x9.1x
PEG Ratio
63.793.670.01
Price/Book
2.3x2.7x0.9x
Price / LTM Sales
8.6x9.6x3.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
2.0%7.5%18.1%
Fair Value Upside
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AvalonBay Communities, Inc., a member of the S&P 500, is an equity REIT. The firm develops, redevelops, acquires and manages communities in leading metropolitan areas in New England, the New York/New Jersey Metro area, the Mid-Atlantic, the Pacific Northwest, and Northern and Southern California, as well as in the Company's expansion regions of Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte, North Carolina, Southeast Florida, Dallas and Austin, Texas, and Denver, Colorado. As of December 31, 2025, the Company owned or held a direct or indirect ownership interest in 320 communities containing 98,694 apartment homes in 11 states and the District of Columbia, of which 24 communities were under development. AvalonBay Communities, Inc. was incorporated in 1978 and is based in Arlington, United States.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
79.49M57.22%14.63B
Other Institutional Investors
59.73M42.78%11.00B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
139.22M100.00%25.63B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
The Vanguard Group, Inc.16.38%22,760,8724,190,504
BlackRock, Inc.13.36%18,557,9913,416,712

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FAQ

What Is the AvalonBay (AVB) Stock Price Today?

The AvalonBay stock price today is 185.65 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does AvalonBay Trade On?

AvalonBay is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for AvalonBay?

The stock symbol for AvalonBay is "AVB."

Does AvalonBay Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The AvalonBay dividend yield is 3.81%.

What Is the AvalonBay Market Cap?

As of today, AvalonBay market cap is 26.50B USD.

What Is AvalonBay's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The AvalonBay EPS (TTM) is 8.06.

When Is the Next AvalonBay Earnings Date?

AvalonBay will release its next earnings report on Aug 05, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is AVB a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Buy.

How Many Times Has AvalonBay Stock Split?

AvalonBay has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does AvalonBay Have?

AvalonBay has 3026 employees.

What is the current trading status of AvalonBay (AVB)?

As of May 23, 2026, AvalonBay (AVB) is trading at a price of 185.65 USD, with a previous close of 184.11 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 183.58 USD to 186.62 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 160.10 USD to 209.86 USD.

What Is AvalonBay (AVB) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for AvalonBay is 192.06 USD, with a high estimate of 221 USD and a low estimate of 172 USD. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +3.45% Upside potential.

What Is the AVB Premarket Price?

AVB's last pre-market stock price is 186.79 USD. The pre-market share volume is 130.00, and the stock has decreased by 2.68, or 1.46%.
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